S1E37: One Nation… Over God? The Dangers of Nationalism

Re-Release : Is love for your country a virtue—or can it become a form of idolatry? In this thought-provoking episode of Uncomfortable Conversations with Christians, host Paul Basden explores the fine line between patriotism and nationalism, and what Scripture teaches about our highest allegiance. Join us as we explore: The biblical call to seek God’s Kingdom above all else (Matthew 6:33) Why nationalism can subtly replace God with nation as our object of worship (Philippians 3:20, Ephesians 2:19) C.S. Lewis’ warning: “The love of one’s country becomes a demon when it becomes a god” A vision of God’s people from every nation united in worship (Revelation 7:9-10) How can we honor our nation without displacing God from the throne of our hearts? Tune in as we wrestle with this important question and discover what it means to be a citizen of heaven while living on earth.